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Submitted by
Greg Christy
a Audiophile

Date Reviewed: July 6, 2001

Bottom Line:

When I began investigating digital cables, I thoughtthere would be little, if any, sonic differences betweenthem. However, after auditioning various models, myassumption was thrown out the window. The TransparentAudio Reference AES/EBU 110 Ohm Digital Link ended-up beingthe one that outshone the rest. Using it in conjunctionwith a reference quality system produces magnificentresults. Comparing it to more modestly priced digitalinterconnects, the sound is more realistic andencompassing.

Music, whether pop, classical, or jazz, when playedthrough the Reference Link, is both natural, lyrical, anddynamic. Imaging is holographic, providing a wonderfulfeeling of tranparency and presence. Resolution is alsooutstanding revealing subtle details: like the breath andkey sounds from a saxophone, or the intricate sounds ofthe key action of a piano.

While the cost is high, one should consider the purchaseof a digital cable to be an integral component of a highquality digital system. I recommend trying several toconvince yourself.